Ag Apps 6.01 Ag Engineering Careers

Why is CAD an important part of agriculture mechanics and engineering?

• keeps records of change in demand from one year to the next

• computer aids in fabrication design for welding

• controls all disbursements in accounts

• creates areas of disposal for animal waste

What is a career option for agricultural mechanics/engineering?

• rural sociologist

• scientific writer

• large machinery operator

• virologist

What is a career option for agricultural power machinery?

• welder

• electrician

• parts person

• soil conservation technician

Which is a career in agricultural engineering?

• herder

• farrier

• electrician

• greenhouse worker

What is a career option for agricultural engineering?

• agricultural electrician

• floral designer

• greenskeeper

• hydroponic grower

A soil conservationist uses agricultural engineering when he/she:

• analyzes a soil sample for nitrogen

• constructs terraces to control erosion

• determines soil texture

• tests the pH of the soil